Mrs. Pompelli, Seated
PhotographerPhotographed by
Harriet V. S. Thorne
American, 1843 - 1926
Dateabout 1900
MediumPhotography; gelatin emulsion on glass
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (image height x width): 6 13/16 x 5in. (17.3 x 12.7cm)
Plate (height x width): 7 x 5in. (17.8 x 12.7cm)
Plate (height x width): 7 x 5in. (17.8 x 12.7cm)
ClassificationsGraphics
Credit LineGift of the Rosalie Thorne McKenna Foundation
DescriptionPortrait of a woman, tentatively identified as Mrs. Pompelli, sitting in a chair. There is a fabric backdrop in the background.
Object number2011.344.78
Markings"79" on sticker affixed to plastic bag housing negativeInscribedGlass side, bottom right: "79" in white grease pencilEmulsion side, top left: "IV" scratched into emulsionNotesSubject note: The notes on the index card attached to a copy print of this negative tentatively identifies the subject as the Thornes' family friend, Mrs. Pompelli.
Evidence of retouching on emulsion side.
Collections
- Women Photographers
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